Ballinger

Mechanical Project Engineer

Ballinger$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; Post-graduate degree preferred
  • 4+ years of relevant experience required
  • Professional Engineering (PE) registration
  • Proficiency in CAD, Revit, Excel, Word, and analysis software
  • Strong foundational knowledge in construction administration and liability issues

Responsibilities

  • Mentor staff across Mechanical Engineering disciplines to enhance knowledge sharing
  • Lead coordination efforts with various disciplines during design phases
  • Conduct client presentations regarding design aspects of the discipline
  • Direct HVAC/Mechanical engineering efforts and monitor design progress
  • Develop and review work plans weekly to ensure schedule adherence
  • Produce various documentation including basis of design reports and specifications
  • Conduct field site visits and generate reports

Benefits

  • Flexible, hybrid work schedule with three on-site days per week
  • Opportunity for professional development through mentoring and collaboration
  • Engagement with diverse project types including healthcare and research
  • Travel opportunities for site visits and surveys during projects
Full Job Description
This role is based in our offices in Philadelphia, PA, on-site three (3) days per week. Position Responsibilities • Mentoring of staff both within your discipline and across disciplines in the Mechanical Engineering discipline, with the goal of increasing knowledge sharing and collaborating towards a comprehensive, coordinated set of project documents • Interface and lead coordination with all disciplines during the design/ coordination phases • Interface with the client in design presentations related to their discipline of registration • Direct and perform HVAC/Mechanical engineering on projects: maintain work plan and monitor progress of design, detailing, and drawing production throughout design phases to meet deadlines • Write work plans and review weekly with all disciplines to confirm schedule is adhered to • Produce basis of design reports, systems matrices, and preliminary design reports on projects the position is leading • Produce specification sections and Statement of Special Inspections, and interface with specifications staff on projects • Produce field site visit reports Draft/model documents • Develop knowledge of Ballinger's project types (health care, academic/lab/research, corporate/workspace) through active engagement with project teams and leadership • Travel as project requirements dictate for surveys and field/site visits during construction Technical/Professional Skills • Foundational knowledge of contractual and liability issues • Foundational knowledge of construction administration process and procedural knowledge • High level of responsiveness and collaboration with contractors and clients • Advanced client relation skills • Foundational work planning, time management, organizational and interpersonal skills • Advanced professional judgment Proficient interpersonal skills and coordination efforts • Produce basis of design reports, systems matrices, and preliminary design reports • CAD & Revit proficiency • Excel, Word, and analysis software proficiency • Active role in drawing production, including but not limited to picking up redlines, quality assessment of individual work, coordination with other disciplines and coordination reviews and participation in team coordination meetings from SD through CA phases • Thorough understanding of discipline's drawing and graphic standards, adherence to standards for quality and consistency in Ballinger's product • Strong interpersonal skills, specifically communication, dependability, responsibility, and teamwork • Coordination skills, specifically communication, organization, time management, and adaptability Requirements • BS, BEng, or BAE degree in Mechanical Engineering relevant to the particular field of practice or equivalent as determined by the Firm. • Post Graduate degree preferred. • 4+ years experience required for this opportunity • PE Registration This role is located in our Philadelphia PA office, with a flexible, hybrid work schedule on-site three (3) days per week. Travel as project requirements dictate for surveys and field/site visits during construction. We are currently not accepting resumes from recruiters or agencies.

About Ballinger

Ballinger is an architecture and engineering firm based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm was founded in 1878 and has since grown to become one of the largest architecture firms in the United States. Ballinger provides a range of services, including architecture, engineering, interior design, planning, and sustainability consulting. The firm has worked on a variety of projects, including healthcare facilities, academic buildings, research laboratories, and corporate offices. Ballinger is known for its commitment to sustainability and has received numerous awards for its green building designs.
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